| Copyright | You own the copyright to your Competition entry as its author. By submitting an entry to the Competition, You give the European Women’s Lobby (EWL) Permission for your entry to be published on websites associated with the EWL and grant EWL a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to republish your Competition entry in electronic format and hard copy for purposes connected with the Competition. |
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| Eligibility | Open to females, aged between 15 and 40 and resident in an EU Member State or Candidate country (Croatia, FYROM, Turkey). |
| Finish | 30 June 2010 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedThis photo competition is to expose the visions of young women of the world they live in. The competition seeks images that make a creative and powerful statement on the theme of ‘21st Century Feminism’. The theme is open to individual interpretation but clear description of the photograph must be included with each entry.
Awards:
- 20 final entries will be displayed in a high-profile exhibition to be held opened on 15 October 2010 in Brussels.
- The exhibition of winning entries may be displayed in various locations across Europe in 2010-2011.
- The 20 finalist entries will be published in a full-colour brochure which will be widely disseminated among European, national and international policy-makers and EWL partners. This publication will also be available in digital format and published on EWL and partner websites.
- The judges will select one winning entry, to be displayed on the cover of the brochure.
All valid applications will be judged by a panel of judges on the basis of the following criteria: creativity, originality, composition, technical ability, interpretation of the brief, gender sensitivity, ability to raise awareness on women’s rights in Europe.
Maximum 3 entries are permitted per person. A shortlist of 40 entries will be published on www.womenlobby.org on or before 31 August 2010. The shortlisted candidates will be notified by e-mail, and requested to send a high-definition copy of their image on a CD to the EWL Secretariat in Brussels within 15 days. Those whose submissions are unsuccessful will not receive any notification.
To enter the Competition, you must e-mail your name, country of residence, chosen image (in attachment) and brief description of the image (maximum 1000 characters) in any of the official EU languages (see list here) to [email protected]. In the subject box, please paste: ‘ENTRY TO EWL PHOTO COMPETITION’.
Official web site: www.womenlobby.org
Frequently asked questions — Free photography contests
Who can enter free photography contests?
Most free contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of experience level or equipment. Many explicitly encourage students, hobbyists, and emerging creators—always verify age requirements or thematic restrictions on the official contest page.
Are free photography contests really free?
Yes—entry is $0 across the board. Some contests offer optional paid perks like expedited feedback or printed certificates, but submission, judging, and basic participation remain completely free. Fee status is confirmed in the Quick Facts section on each PhotoCompete listing.
What prizes do free photography contests offer?
Prizes vary widely: cash awards range $100–$5,000, while non-monetary rewards include online features, publication credits, mentorship sessions, exhibition inclusion, or gear donations. Even without cash, free contests offer valuable exposure and portfolio-building opportunities.
How do I choose which free contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose theme or mission aligns with your work. Review past winners to gauge style preferences, confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), and read rights clauses carefully—even free contests may request usage rights for promotional purposes.